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Tombstone epitaph., 1887-12-17
O~- ASPERSET.

Northwestern Livestock Journal, Cheyenne.
 Another new grass is brought out by a
 Nevada ranchmen. Should it be true that this grass will grow "better without
 water than with," we will want a ship load of seed brought over" But, as said elsewhere in to-day's Journal, we are liable to find some kind of forage plant that will enable us to greatly in crease our productiveness of stock in all the arid region. We may all wish for a change of climate sufficient to make of this rich agricultural country, and spec ulators may claim that the change is rapidly coming. But all the same the country will remain in the future as in in the past, great stock-growing region and our wealth must come mainly from that scource. More feed is desirable, and especially so if we can find variety of clover that will flourish on our dry ridges without irrigation. But read the following and see what change could be brought about if the statements of Mir. Springmeyer are half true:
 The Carson Appeal reports that Her man Springmeyer, a Carson valley rancher, is buying hillsides in Douglass county on which he proposes sowing new forage plant, known Tn Germany as "asperset. MT. Springmeyer, who is reported as having tried the rev grass near Genoa, is quoted as saying: "It is plant which looks like clover, and grows about eighteen inches high. l am convinced that it will grow on the rankest and barrenest hillside in this State. You can cut two crops. It is considered much better than alfalfa in Germany. It fattens cattle faster and makes cows give better milk. No one would think of using alfalfa in Germany when he could get asperset. Yes, took barren land that no one else wanted probably, but once let this forage plant get a foothold here, and every foot of that land will be in demand. 1t will make all these hills green. The dryer the soil the better. It flourishes among the rocks, and limestone formation seems about the best place for it. It comes early in the spring and stays green until the snow covers it. I have sent to Germany for more seed. IL is the coming plant for cattle and horses, and stockmen can get rich here in Nev- ada if they never have a drop of water. It will not grow in moist land, too much moisture kills it. The hotter and dryer the season the better. Our dry climate is exactly suitable for it, and the ranch CTS will not be long finding out what it will do. California is too moist for the successful growth of this plant, but Nevada's dry climate is just the place for it.
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another channel opened for its use, and that will be in the raising of beef cattle.
 Year oy year the area of natural grass range becomes more and morerestricted, and atthe same time the demand for beef and mutton constantly increases. It is plainly manifest that in no great time almost entire dependence must be placed upon the raising of feed for beef cattle, and this opens up an almost ilimi' able field of profit for the alfalfa grower. Already in Colorado the stocknen are raising this grass by the thousands of acres, and they find much larger profit in thus keeping their cat tie than in the old fashion on natural grass. In time almost the entire cattle production of Colorado and California will be upon the alfalfa fields, and it can. not be doubted that the outlook for this branch of farming is fully as flattering as of the fruit grower or the farmer who en- gages in any otber branch of his calling. = Range Journal.
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STAR OF BETHLEHEM.
A. E. JACOBS,
 Cashier.

The Star of Bethlehem is now visible from } o'clock in the morning until day light, and throughout most of the day by means of telescope. Its first ap- pearnce is in the east and its brilliancy cannot fail to attract attention. Eighteen hundred and eighty-seven years ago the same orb was given importance in that it directed doubting people to the birth of the Christian worlds Savior. The same star continues to send forth its brilliancy, and can be viewed by the present generation, or such members as will arouse themselves at the early hour
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The Arizona Mineral Belt railroad has been leased to Messrs. Foster, Doyle & Co.,, who have a large wood contract with parties in Los Angeles. The gen. tlemen, who have leased the road until next spring, will transport saw logs, lumber and wool, and all local freight along the line. We believe that the creditors are entirely satisfied with the arrangements, as we are told that one of the clauses of their contract, compels them to keep the rolling stock and road in good repair, which certainly will be better for all concerned, than if the road and its equipments were to lie idle.- Flagstaff Champion.
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If the High Forehead Society, which proposes to import professional baseball players in order to advertise the wonder full resources of Arizona and induce inn migration, would turn their attention to the breeding of fighting dogs, it would answer the same purpose and be less ex- pensive. The liberality of people who will spend a thousand dollars on a base ball team and dollar and half on printers ink, deserves recognition. These remarks will apply to other places than Phenix.
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VALUABLE MEDICAL TREATISE.

The edition for 1888 of the sterling Medical Annual, known as Hostetter's Almanac, is now ready, and may be obtained free of cost of druggists and general country osa'.rs in all parts Of the United States. Mexico. and indeed Tn every civilized portion of the Western Hemis- phere. This almanac has been issued regularly at the commencement of every year for over one nth of a century. It combines with the sound- est practicable advice for the preservation and restoration of health. a large amount of inter- esung and amnsing light reading. and the cal- ander. astronomical calulations, chronological items. &c,, are prepared with great care and VIII VI pc 'ound entirely accurate. The issue of hostetters Almanac for 1888 will probably be the largest edition of a medical work ever pub- nshed in any country. The proprietors, Messu Hostetter Co, Pittsburgh, Pa. on receipt of a anm two cent stamp Will forward copy by mail to any person who cannot procure one in his neiph- borhood
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The usual haul of suckers was taken in by the shell game at Fairbank, last Tuesday. Chief of Police Oaks very properly refused to allow the cross roaders to work the gullible Tombstone public. And yet. if men are such fools as to bet against the game, they don't deserve much sympathy. It is as sure a thing as bunco or four aces, that person who goes against it loses his money.
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Apache county has been startled by another killing which may result in further bloodshed. Last week, cow boy named Taylor rode into Pages saloon in Winslow, revolver in hand, and announced his determination to clean out the house. Before his threat could be carried into execution, his head was literally blown from his body by some unknown person. A number of his com panions mounted their horses, and an nounced their intention of killing Page. The latter stood in his door with a double barreled shot gun loaded with buckshot, and stood the men off. Further trouble is expected.
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DEMPSEY AND REAGAN FIGHT FORTY
 FIVE ROUNDS.

DEMPSEY AND REAGAN FIGHT FORTY
 FIVE ROUNDS.
 NEW YORK, December I3.-The Dempsey-Reagan prize fight for the middle-weight championship took place to-day up the Hudson River. The men met and battled for forty-fve rounds with kid gloves, London prize ring rules, and the fight was won by Dempsey, who out-generaled Reagan and out. fought Reagan from the very start. Reagan stood up with remarkable game ness under "Nonpareil's" masterly and powerful strokes, but in the forty-fifh round, after the men had been engaged for an hour and nine minutes, Reagan's seconds seeing that he had no possible chance for winning, threw up the sponge. Reagan had suffered severely, while Dempsey was comparatively free from the marks of the combat. Only about twenty people were present. Stakes S2 GOO.
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AN OPPORTUNITY To BUY HOLIDAY
 PRESENTS AT COST.

PRESENTS AT COST.
 H. Schmieding IS now offering some of the best bargains in watches, clocks, jewelry and slverware ever heard of. It is a fact that he is selling goods of the very best quality at about bullion value. Here is an opportunity to purchase holi- day presents that is rarely offered, and one which the people of Tombstone and the surrounding country should not fail to avail themselves of. While the stock is not large, it contains many articles which would make valuable presents, and which would doubtless suit you. Call and examine the goods; it is no trouble to show them. Remember the place. H. Schmieding, south side of Allen street, between Fourth and Fifth streets,
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BOB DARRACH'S STAGE LINE.

Stage to connect with western-bouud train leaves at 2:3o p. m Sage to connect with eastern-bound train leaves at 2:3o p. m. Stage to connect with Guaymas train leaves at 9I5 a. m.
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were examined before Judge-Post. master-General Wardwell, at Fairbank, last Wednesday, on charge of burgla- rzing the Eagle Hotel, Tn Charleston. District Attorney English went down from Tombstone in behalf of the Terri tory. The result was that the prisoners were held to await the action of the grand jury, and are now safely ensconced in the Hotel de Slaughter.
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The Atlantic & Pacific railroad has brought suit against the Arizona Mineral Belt railroad, for money alleged to be due, while the latter company is suing the Atlantic & Pacific for breach of con- tract. It looks like the Atlantic & Pacific folks want to goble the line, and continue its construction to connect their system between Flagstaff and Benson.-Arizo. nan
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MT. C. s. Fly, the well-known photo- grapher, leaves today for Florence, Phe- nix and other points in the Territory, where he will give his exhibition of pan. oramic views. During his absence, Mrs. Fly, who is also an accomplished photographic artist, will conduct the gall lery in this city as usual. The EpITAPH comments MT. Fly to the people of the Territory, as gentleman in every sense of the word, and his panorama as well worth visit.
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Suicide.

Dr. Flint's heart remedy has saved more lives, by timely use, and has kept from suicide or insane asylum more vic tims of nervous disorders, than all the physicians with their pet methods of treatment. At druggists SI.5o. Des- criptive treatise with each bottle; or ad- dress J. J. Mack & Co.,, s. F.
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The Sabbath-school of the M. E :. Church is not getting up an entertain ment for the benefit of the Ladies Aid Society, as has been announced, nor is the entertainment to be given on Christ mas eve. The Sunday-school children will have their customary Christmas excercises.on Sunday evening (Christmas) at the Church, and on some other eve. ming the same week, the more secular ex. ercises will be held, at some place to be announced,
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Ranch Sold,

RIVERSIDE, Cal, December I3.-H. L Ryan and other Minnesota capitalists have purchased the Chino ranch of Rlch- ard Gird aud formed joint stock com pany. They have let a contract to put up iron rolling mills on the land for $So,ooo They have mountain of iron two miles from Daggett from which they get the material.
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Occidental Hotal.

This is the only 6rst-classhotel ill Tombstone. It is handsomely furnished with all modern improvements. Trav- elers who stop at this house will find every comfort and attention. Private rooms for commercial travellers at reason able rates. A splendid billiard table and card room. The bar is supplied with pure brands of wines, liquors and cigars If
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Kill.d by Miners,

SAN FRANCISCO, Decem Der I3.-An Examiners special from Fl Paso Texas, says: A telegram from Kingston an nounces the death of York Meagher, formrly an Fl Paso landlord, by miners with whom he had a difficulty. After being wounded he mounted his horse and started for Kingston, but was way laid and killed on the road. His slayers were arrested and are now in the Hills boro iail
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CoDper.

NEW YORK, Dec. I4.-Copper was steady and higher. All spot offers were picked up at I7,45 and I7.6o. The Lon don market opened at I76 $ for Chilli bars, and closed amid great excitement at 677 for spot, and t7o sI5 for future. Nearly three thousand tons have been taken out of the market.
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This morning as we go to press we learn that flow of S4, 300 gallons per twenty-four hours was struck at the rail raad wells for our water works. The company has been working for 6o,ooo gallons. This settles the question of machine shops, factories, smelters, etc |, for Lordsburg. "Glory to God on high p and giant powder properly applied - Lordsburg Liberal.
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Dr. Paul Brown, post surgeon of Fort Huachuca, was in the city yesterday, accompanied by w. w. Gordon and R. w Parker of New Jersey. The party had just returned from an inspection of some mining property in Sonora, in which they are interested.
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The EPITAPH regrets to learn that Miss Willie Sneed, step-daughter of eur esteemed townsman, Mir. E. ]. Roberts, is seriously ill. She will be taken to the more genial winter climate of Yuma as soon as able to travel.
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It is probable that match race will be made between the gray stallion, Bobby Burns, owned by Reppy & Dun. can, and John Hills rean, to take place on Christmas day. As they are two of the fieetest animals in the Territory, and evenly matched, it will be nip-and-tuck q flair
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Owing to the indictment weather, Fore. paugh's circus was not as well patron izsd at the performance given in this city on Wednesday last, as its merits warranted. It was by far the best circus that has ever visited Tombstone. But this is not saying a great deal.
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On Tuesday last rain set in, and on Wednesday turned into regular old fashioned snow-storm. The mountains are now covered with snow from four to six feet deep, while in the valleys it has melted away. The author of Beautiful Snow" could get plenty of inspiration in this portion of Arizona at the present
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Indigestion or Oonstipation.

A few HAMBURG FIGS are all tha, is necessary for the cure of the severest cases of indigestion or constipation and one taken occasionally will prevent the development of these affections 25 cents. At all druggists. J. J. Mack & Co. pro. prietor, 5. F.
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Under the new law, property delin- quent for county taxes can be seized and sold. Hence it is best to pay up and avoid penalty and costs. Next Monday is the last day.
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Our citizens would do we'll to guard against the depredations of gang of petty larceny thieves which appears to be at present infesting this city. Last Sunday night quantity ofgroceries was stolen from the back porch of H. A.. Tweed residence; stores were also taken from Monasch, the tailor, and number of hen roosts have been robbed.
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The coming week one of the most reliable young men of the camp will lead to the altar a. young lady who en- joys the distinction of being one of Tombstone's most estimable daughters. The EPITAPH wishes them joyous f,t,re
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A CARD.

TOMBSTONE, A. T., Dec. Y, 1887. EDITOR EPITAPH:
 The insidious notice in the Prospectsr to-day, of myself and the Cochise County Bank, is in full keeping with that paper. The fact is, instead of re- tiring from the bank, or its capital being diminished, it will after January I, 1888, be increased.
 A. E. JACOBS,
 Cashier.
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Geo. E. Kohler has just received an elegant line of easy chairs, brackets, wall. pockets and other goods suitable for holiday presents. Call and see the new store and new goods.
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Ben Goodrich, Esq, left for Phenix Thursday, but will return and spend the holidays here, and will remove his fam lily to the Salt river metropolis about the second week in January.
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Sidney Thomas came in from the West Huachucas Thursday, for doctor to attend Mir. Peterson, who was sick with disease supposed to be smallpox. It was brought from Sonora by a Mexi-
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Mir. H. Schmieding has opened dental parlor adjoining his jewelry es- tablishment. He is said to be a very expert dentist.
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It is stated that Rev. Sidney Albright, of Port Huron, Mich., has accepted the rectorship of St. Pauls Episcopal Church of this city, and is expected to arrive in a few days.
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Seamans has one of the best selected stocks of watches, jewelry, &c, ever dis played in this city. Before purchasing elsewhere, call and examine goods and learn prices.
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The EPIJ ,PH presses are kept going night and ay on job work. Business men are just beginning to realize that they can get as superior a class of job work here as elsewhere, and at low prices
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Mir. Robt. Eccleston, who is employ ed in the extensive mercantile house of
 D. H. Smith & Co.,, Willcox, will spend
 the holidays with his family in this city.
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The well-known banking house of Merideth & Altman, of Silver City, N. M., closed its doors last Thursday. The usual announcement is made that depos- itors will be paid in full.
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Judge Benson has taken his men off
 the Omega mine temporarily and put
 them to work on the Hidden Treasure and Topaz
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CITY OFFICERS

Mayor--CHARLEs N. THOMAS.
 Chief of Police--G. W. OAKS.
 Treasurer-J. L. MELGREN.
 City Attorney-IAMEs REILLY. Auditor and Recorder-M. G. CROWLEY. City Assessor-G. w. CHAPMAN. City Enginesr-H. B. MAxsoN. Councilmen-Frst Ward, H. E. LEA; Sec ond Ward, Jos. LIPpERT; Third Ward, G. K WATT; Fourth Ward, s. C. BAGG
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According to the Postmaster General, the Government could save million and half dollars annually by owning the postal cars of the country.
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COUNTY OFFICERS

Supervsors-DAvID COIN, Chairman; F. L.. MOORE and T. l. WHITE, Members. Sheriff-4. H. SLAUGHTER.
 Under SheriA k-E. A. SHATTUCK. Treasurer.G ]. RITTER. Recorder-W. F. BRADLEY. District Attorney-A. K. ENGLISH. Probate Judge-E. K. MONK. Clerk District Court--G. H. DAILY. Surveyor-H. G. HOWE. Public Administrator-I. A. KosKA. Assessor-JAMEs B. HENNEssY.
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w. E. Ludlow, deputy County Treas urer, has accepted clerkship in one of the leading Los Angeles hotels, and left for the scene of his duties on Thursday.
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The location of new fort on the western border of the San Carlos reser- vation, near Globe, is assured, so says the Silver Belt.
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Summerfeld & Roman, the San Francisco clothers, send all goods order- ed by express, and exchange if not suited, o4a Market street San Francisco.
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Seaman & Son have the largest and best selected stock of jewelry, watches, silverware, etc., ever brought to this city. Call and examine the goods.
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Seamans' jewelry store has just re- ceived an elegant stock of Holiday Goods, Can and make your selections early in order to get the benefit of the large assortment.
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OFFICIAL DIRECTORY.
TERRITORIAL OFFICERs

Governor-C. M. ZULICK Secretary--JAMEs A. BAYARD. Auditor-J. J. HAWKINS. Attorney General -.tRIGGs GOODRICH. Surveyor General-JoHN A.>HIsE. Treasurer-C. R. FOSTER. Superintendent of Public lnstructton--C. M. STRAUSS.
 Delegate to Congress-M. A. SMITH, Superintendent of Territorial Prison-THos. GATES.
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On Wednesday evening next, Cochise
 Chapter No. 4, will hold its election of officers for the ensuing Masonic year.
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Leave your order for the San Francis co Chronicle at Sol Israel's. Price, One month 6s cents; Six months $4; One year $7. Payable in advance.
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Welton velvet, body Brussels, tapestry Brussels, Kidderminster, } ply, ply cot ten chain and hemp, all late patterns, at Bagg's.
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Hicks & Walker are furnishing the trade with superior article of soda and sarsaparilla. They are also importers of all kinds of mineral water.
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MT. w. D. Coleman has recently erected cosy dwelling on the corner of Fourth and Fitch streets, which is quite an addition to that portion of the city.
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Arnold's wood yard and express wagon Look out for the blue wagon. Leave orders at Fitts Bros. or at the Willows cigar store.
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General Wasson, formerly Surveyor General of this Territory, is making the Chino Valley Champion most excellent paper.
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A full line of Angelica, Zinfandel, Port, Sherry and other wines, domestic and imported, at Hoeher s.
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Earthquakes have just ruined Bavispe, Sonora. The inhabitants lost their all and are suffering Prescott Courier Dec. I2.
 The earthquake took place last May.
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LETTER LIST.

The following letters remain uncaled for in the post.office at Tombstone. Arizona. for the week ending December Y, 1887: Bird. G w Lucy, R L Blackmore, Ben Madison, Mss Matte Brown, K or T McKelvey, Daniel Grouse, John L McFadden, Chas Davis, w B2 Robinson, Daly, Miss Frankie Scott James Hanily, Joseph Thompson. Rufus Huwett, Thos Tinker, w w Keple, Geo E Walker, C King, Gordon White Miss Georgia
 SPANISH. Refugia Leal, Tomas Valdez,
 Guillenna de Escoboza Any person calling for any of the above left ,ers will please say advertised" and give the date. c. $. CLARK,
 postma stpr
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The churches are making preparations to appropriately celebrate the Christmas anniversary.
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MT. A. E. Jacobs will leave this after noon to meet his wife at Benson. He will return on Mondays stage.
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DANCING SOIREE.

Shepherd & Trevillian's regular weekly dancing soiree will be held this (Satur. day) evening at Mining Exchange hall
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Go to HoeAer's for mince meat, cider, lemon peel and choice spices for the holidays.
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Bob Darragh's stages took about forty people to Fairbank on Tuesday to see the circus.
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Ramon Estrella and Francisco Bar. rela, who, by virtue of the Gadsden treaty, are citizens of the United States,
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The Episcopal Church, at Phenix, will hold the next Milkmaids' Convention soon after the holidays.
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Harry Sta, was "among the arrivals" instead of" nong the arrests" Quite material difterence-fo Harry.
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A Socorro county, New Mexico, justice of the peace advertises that he makes marriages a specially.
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Curtain poles from to IF it. long at Bagg's.
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SUPREME COURT
DISTRICT COURT

Chief Justice-JAMEs H. WRIGHT. Associate Justices-W. w. PORTER, w. H BARNES
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Shepperd & Trevillian's dancing classes at Mining Exchange hall, are well patronized.
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Don't send away for carpets until you have examined s. C. Bagg's stock.
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Wall paper from I5cts. to ST. 50 per roll at Bagg's.
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Climax chewing tobacco only so cents plug at the Willows cigar store.
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INVITED sTATEs OErlCERs

First Judicial District-W H. BARNES. Second Judicial District-W. W, PORTER. Third Judicial District-J. H. WRIGHT.